V’Landys takes swing at rugby union as Chiefs legal action launched

The game's CEO is less than impressed with a rival code yet again.

By Scott Pryde · Zero Tackle

Published: Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 4:45 AM

Key Things to Know

Peter V'Landys criticized rugby union following legal action against the PNG Chiefs.
New Zealand's rugby union governing body launched legal proceedings targeting the PNG Chiefs.
The NRL executive was reportedly unimpressed by the rival code's actions.

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NRL CEO Peter V'Landys has criticized rugby union following legal action initiated by New Zealand's governing body against the PNG Chiefs. The confrontation marks another dispute between rugby league and the rival code regarding the new franchise.

The article details early developments in the conflict between the sports, with V'Landys expressing dissatisfaction over the legal challenges facing the PNG-based club.

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V’Landys takes swing at rugby union as Chiefs legal action launched

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